Art

Ref: C2419494

A studio practise lead course where indivuals are encouraged to develop their own practice within a friendly setting. As a group we visit galleries, set up small exhibitions and participate in lectures on the history of art.

Course aim

A creative space for members to develope their own art skills and experience by hands on practise, visiting exhibitions and group artistic projects and dialogues.

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

No skills or experience needed

By the end of the course I should be able to:

Make a piece of art work

Build a dialogue with others about ones artist practise

Take part in group projects

Have a dialogue about art history

Help with mounting and displaying work

How will I be taught?

The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning

We will visit galleries and exhibitions may occur out of the guided learning hours

What kind of feedback can I expect?

A range of informal activities will be used by the tutor to see what you are learning which may include quizzes, question and answer, small projects and discussion

You will have opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor

You will be encouraged to share your work with the group and discuss your learning

You will be encouraged to consider other students work and give your opinions and suggestions

A file of work will be kept which will help to record your progress

What else do I need to know?

Nothing else is needed

All materials will be provided

A selection of materials and basic equipment will be provided but you are welcome to bring additional materials with you

Pre-course work, reading and information sources

No pre reading or pre course work is required

No pre reading is required but research on the subject on the internet or in the library may be helpful

What can I do next?

Progress to another WEA course

Progress to a course with another provider

Other students have gone on to sell work, take foundation courses in art, but also valuable group skills are learnt which can assist in employment